Oral health

A child visiting the dentist in Viet Nam
WHO Viet Nam
A child visiting a dentist in Viet Nam

The problem of dental decay in Viet Nam is growing rapidly. According to a National Oral Health Survey (2001), more than 85% of 6-8 year olds are affected by tooth decay. In adults the average number of decayed teeth is eight.

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Highlighted publications

World health statistics 2013
  • World Health Statistics 2013
    World Health Statistics 2013 contains WHO’s annual compilation of health-related data for its 194 Member States, and includes a summary of the progress made towards achieving the health-related Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and associated targets.
Global report on the status of road safety 2013
  • Global status report on road safety 2013
    The Global status report on road safety 2013 presents information on road safety from 182 countries, accounting for almost 99% of the world’s population. The report indicates that worldwide the total number of road traffic deaths remains unacceptably high at 1.24 million per year.
  • Atlas of health and climate
    The Atlas of health and climate is a product of this unique collaboration between the meteorological and public health communities. It provides sound scientific information on the connections between weather and climate and major health challenges.
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